1976 Ford Fiesta vs. 2011 BMW 530
To start off, 2011 BMW 530 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 530 (271 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1976 Ford Fiesta. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Fiesta.
Because 2011 BMW 530 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 BMW 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Ford Fiesta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 BMW 530 (310 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Fiesta. (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Fiesta. 2011 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 1976 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 1976 Ford Fiesta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Fiesta | 2011 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Fiesta | 530 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.7 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4907 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |
